Campfire Bans and Extreme Fire Hazard
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Effective July 29 - Campfire ban across the Central Okanagan
From the Regional District of Central Okanagan
Friday, July 29, 2022
Effective immediately, all campfires are prohibited throughout all Central Okanagan municipalities and electoral area Fire Service Areas.
Due to extreme temperatures, dry conditions and the high-extreme fire danger rating, the campfire ban will remain in effect until further notice.
Jul 29, 2022
Campfire ban ends in most Central Okanagan fire areasFor immediate release: from the Regional District of Central OkanaganMonday, Sept. 20, 2021Effective immediately, the ban on campfires has been lifted in most Central Okanagan areas.Sep 20, 2021
If it sparks, keep it out of our parks - let's work together to prevent firesFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Friday, July 23, 2021Keep our parks safe from fire this summer – do not barbecue, smoke or vape or use tools that cause sparks. Campfires, fuels and open flames, fireworks and motorized recreational vehicles are also prohibited in our parks.
Jul 23, 2021
Campfire ban across the Central Okanagan (1)From the Regional District of Central Okanagan
June 28, 2021
Effective 12:00 p.m.
Jun 28, 2021
Residents urged to be FireSmart; as temperature soars and dry spell continues, the fire danger rating climbsFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Jun 01, 2021
Pause in wildfire mitigation work allows you to hike to your heart’s content this long weekendFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, May 20, 2021
Mount Boucherie is a hiker’s paradise and the mountain’s popular trails will be fully open to recreational users throughout the three-day Victoria Day long weekend, as crews take a break from the important wildfire mitigation they are doing in the vicinity of Mount Boucherie Secondary School and the City’s arenas and ball fields.
Crews will continue their work after the long weekend on the northern slopes located east of Royal LePage Place and Jim Lind Arena.
May 20, 2021
Be FireSmart and protect your property from wildfireFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, May 12, 2021
A FireSmart Westside is a safer community.
We live in a region susceptible to wildfires; so West Kelowna Fire Rescue is calling on City of West Kelowna and Westbank First Nation residents to take FireSmart action today to better protect your families and your homes in the event of a wildfire.
May 12, 2021
Wildfire mitigation work on Mount Boucherie requires temporary trail closuresFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
Picturesque Mt. Boucherie, in the centre of our community, will be the focus of wildfire mitigation work this month.
May 12, 2021
Open Burning Permits RequiredFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: From the Regional District of Central OkanaganSeptember 29, 2020Starting October, 1, open burning permits will be available for eligible Central Okanagan property owners from their Sep 29, 2020
Campfire Ban Ends for most Central Okanagan areasFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: From the Regional District of Central Okanagan
May 14, 2020
Effective immediately, wood burning campfires are allowed again in many Central Okanagan areas. Campfires are not permitted at any time within the City of Kelowna.
May 14, 2020
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